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After a two-day communications blackout, Guinea has restored access to Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and other social platforms. Citizens can once again freely connect and share information online.
Ghanaian celebrities and journalists are exposing a surge in AI-generated deepfakes using their faces to sell fake products. Their public warnings are sparking crucial conversations about digital rights and driving legal action across Africa.
The European Parliament just took a historic stand against AI-generated fake nudes, voting overwhelmingly to ban apps that create explicit images without consent. It's a major win for protecting women and children from digital abuse.
A Dutch court just delivered a major win for digital safety, ordering Elon Musk's Grok AI to stop creating nude images without consent or face daily fines of $115,000. The ruling marks one of the first times a court has held an AI company accountable for creating tools that generate sexualized deepfakes.
Over nine million people in Kazakhstan voted to approve a new constitution that modernizes their democracy and protects digital rights. The historic March 15 referendum passed with 87% support and 73% voter turnout.
Luke Littler, the youngest darts world champion ever, is protecting his image from AI misuse by trademarking his face. The 17-year-old's move signals a new way athletes are taking control of their digital likeness.
Firefox just launched Kit, a friendly fox mascot that breaks free from the browser's logo to help protect users from internet surveillance. As AI companions become the norm, this fire-tailed guide aims to remind people they deserve choice and control online.
Writing platform Grammarly has disabled a controversial feature that used AI to impersonate famous writers without permission. The company is now rethinking its approach after writers objected and a class action lawsuit was filed.
Writing tool Grammarly is shutting down a controversial feature that used real writers' names without permission to give AI feedback. The company apologized after journalists and authors objected to being digitally impersonated.
Kenya's Court of Appeal just struck down laws that criminalized "false information," saying the state can't be the referee of truth. But while free speech won, government surveillance powers remain intact.
Kenya's Court of Appeal just invalidated a controversial law that made posting "false information" online a criminal offense, marking a major victory for free expression. Since 2018, the vague law had been used to arrest bloggers, journalists, and everyday social media users who criticized those in power.
Kenya's appeals court just ruled that two controversial cybercrime laws were too vague and could punish innocent people. The decision protects online free speech for millions of Kenyans who share information on social media.
A Finnish company just launched a smartphone that blocks tracking at the system level while still running your favorite Android apps. The Jolla Phone promises real privacy without sacrificing functionality.
Nigerian leaders in digital rights, journalism, and civic tech joined India's major AI summit to help shape how artificial intelligence serves everyday people. The MacArthur Foundation backed the diverse delegation to ensure African voices influence global AI rules before they're set in stone.
An Albanian actor discovered her face and voice were used to create the world's first virtual government minister—without her permission for that role. Now she's taking the government to court in a landmark case about digital identity rights.
The State Department just unveiled a free app that gives people in censored countries access to an open internet. Freedom.gov arrives as billions face digital restrictions from China to Iran.
Nollywood producers are losing thousands to YouTube copyright scams, but one filmmaker has a simple fix. His three-step protection plan helps creators keep earnings from their viral hits.
European Parliament officials are putting privacy first by blocking AI chatbots on work devices. The move shows how protecting sensitive information can take priority over convenience.
Ghana's government is taking strong legal action to extradite a foreign national who secretly recorded and shared intimate videos of women online for profit. The case highlights how nations are stepping up to protect citizens from digital exploitation.
Ring has canceled its controversial partnership with police surveillance company Flock Safety, choosing to prioritize user privacy concerns over law enforcement collaboration. The decision came after customers voiced strong concerns about doorbell camera footage being shared with police.
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